What We Do in the Shadows (2019) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Sexual content is consistent and strong, presented primarily through crude jokes, innuendo, and discussions. There are numerous references to sex, orgies, and sexual acts, sometimes accompanied by suggestive visuals without explicit nudity. Nandor's pursuit of love and subsequent marriage includes various sexual partners, though intimate scenes are brief and comedic rather than graphic. Laszlo's ongoing remarks and Nadja's nightclub environment contribute to the pervasive sexual humor. One episode features a sex…

Vampiric violence is moderately frequent, typically played for dark comedy rather than horror. This includes vampires feeding on humans, which is often implied or shown with brief, stylized blood effects with minimal gore. Characters are frequently dismembered, decapitated, or otherwise harmed in cartoonish ways. Baby Colin Robinson undergoes rapid aging with grotesque physical transformations. While blood is visible, graphic detail is usually minimized, maintaining a comedic tone.

Strong language is a staple of the series, with frequent use of the 'f-word' and its variations, as well as 'sh*t,' 'a**hole,' 'bitch,' and 'd*ck.' Profanity is used casually in most episodes, often for comedic emphasis by the vampires who are still adapting to modern human communication. Homophobic slurs are briefly heard when characters impersonate internet trolls.

Key themes include the challenges of identity as a centuries-old vampire in the modern world, the complexities of familial and romantic relationships, and the concept of parenting through Laszlo's attempts to raise Baby Colin. Nandor deals with loneliness and the search for a soulmate, leading to themes of arranged marriage and finding love. Guillermo grapples with his identity, loyalty, and his family. The series also continues its exploration of immortality and the mundane aspects of supernatural life.